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State of Maine, Bureau of Human Resources Regional Office Director (Public Service Executive I) - Confidential Position - 0009 (Anticipated Vacancy) - Portland in Portland, Maine
Regional Office Director (Public Service Executive I) - Confidential Position - 0009 (Anticipated Vacancy) - Portland
Portland , Maine , United States | Management/Supervisory | Full-time | Partially remote
Apply by: May 20, 2024
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REGIONAL OFFICE DIRECTOR(PUBLIC SERVICE EXECUTIVE I)
-ANTICIPATED VACANCY-
Opening Date:May 06, 2024Closing Date:May 20, 2024
Location:PortlandPosition #:00500-0009
Position Type:Full TimeClass Code:EA32
Grade/Salary: Grade 32 (Confidential) - $75,628.80 - $102,752.00/Annually*
Maine Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) maintains office directors in each of its regional offices. The State is now recruiting for one of these vacancies in Portland.
BRIEF JOB DESCRIPTION:This is professional services work planning, directing, and overseeing DEP programs at the regional level to ensure that statewide goals are met consistent with regional needs and the agency’s mission and priorities. The director ensures that the regional office is structured and managed in a manner that maximizes DEP’s ability to meet its goals and ensures that policies are implemented at the point of service delivery. The director also advocates within the ranks of DEP’s senior managers for policy modifications that appear appropriate given conditions they observe in their region. The tasks associated with this position primarily include, but are not limited to:
Ensuring that State law, agency and procedures, and administration initiatives are implemented in the region consistent with senior management directions.
Providing a senior management level point of contact to businesses, legislators, municipal officials, organizations, and individuals in order to develop and maintain relationships that result in exceptional customer service for the region.
Directly and indirectly supervising employees.
Representing DEP on the Commissioner's behalf in a wide variety of meetings, stakeholder groups, or projects.
Managing complex, multi-media licensing projects in the region.
Serving as the Commissioner's designee on boards and committees; and
Managing regional office physical facilities, fleet, and other operations critical for DEP's day to day workflow.
Some, but not all, duties may be performed by Telework.
For questions specific to the position , please contact Melanie Loyzim atmelanie.loyzim@maine.gov
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:A twelve (12) year combination of education, training, and/or professional level experience in a related field(s) as well as a demonstrated history of experience and success regarding Maine’s environmental protection laws, supervising employees, and being the point of contact for a diverse group of individuals outside of one’s place of employment. The core competencies associated with this position include being customer focused and results oriented, demonstrating sound judgement, and communicating effectively.
PREFERRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Experience or knowledge of Maine's environmental and administrative laws, rules, procedures, and programs.
Experience mediating conflicts between multiple groups, constituents, and/or staff.
Experience communicating consistently with staff and managers who are not physically in the same office location.
Experience communicating publicly with a variety of audiences including public officials, regulated entities, media, and citizens.
Understanding of the unique natural resources, economy, and culture of the Southern Maine region.
HOW TO APPLY:Interested applicants will need to complete and submit an online State of Maine Direct HireApplication, along with aCover Letter,anddetailedResume at: https://www.maine.gov/nrsc/jobs/index.shtml#dep
Direct Hire Applicationforms can be obtained by accessing the NRSC website at: https://www.maine.gov/nrsc/jobs/application.shtml
IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO APPLY ONLINE:Please mail the application materials listed in the "How to Apply" section to: Natural Resources Service Center, c/o Kristin McCamish, 32 Blossom Lane, Marquardt Building, Augusta, ME 04333-0155.
No matter where you work across Maine state government, you find employees who embody our state motto—"Dirigo" or "I lead"—as they provide essential services to Mainers every day. We believe in supporting our workforce's health and wellbeing with a valuable total compensation package, including:
Work-Life Balance – Rest is essential. Take time for yourself using 13 paid holidays, 12 days of sick leave, and 3+ weeks of vacation leave.Vacation leave accrual increases with years of service, and overtime-exempt employees receive personal leave.
Health Insurance Coverage– The State of Maine pays 85%-100%of employee-only premiums ($10,523.28-$12,380.40 annual value), depending on salary. Use this chart to find thepremium costs for you and your family, including the percentage of dependent coverage paid by the State.
Health Insurance Premium Credit– Participation decreases employee-only premiums by 5%. Visit the Office of Employee Health and Wellness for more information about program requirements.
Dental Insurance– The State of Maine pays 100% of employee-only dental premiums ($350.40 annual value).
Retirement Plan– The State of Maine contributes 18.21% of pay to the Maine Public Employees Retirement System (MainePERS), on behalf of the employee.
Gym Membership Reimbursement– Improve overall health with regular exercise and receive up to $40 per month to offset this expense.
Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts– Set aside money pre-tax to help pay for out-of-pocket health care expenses and/or daycare expenses.
Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness– The State of Maine is a qualified employer for this federal program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid office.
Living Resources Program – Navigate challenging work and life situations with our employee assistance program.
Parental leaveis one of the most important benefits for any working parent. All employees who are welcoming a child—including fathers and adoptive parents—receive forty-two (42) consecutive calendar days of fully paid parental leave. Additional, unpaid leave may also be available, under the Family and Medical Leave Act.
Voluntary Deferred Compensation– Save additional pre-tax funds for retirement in a MaineSaves 457(b) account through payroll deductions.
Learn aboutadditional wellness benefits for State employees from the Office of Employee Health and Wellness.
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